FOOD, MUSIC PART OF EAST COAST KITCHEN PARTY ON FEBRUARY 15 AT EVERGREEN

Live East Coast music performed by the Derina Harvey band and traditional food, dancing and activities will highlight the night. Immerse yourself in the East Coast lively and welcoming spirit for a fun evening at Evergreen!

Local chefs will be battling it out in a competition to win the hearts, and stomachs, of everyone in attendance as they prepare different East Coast cuisine for your enjoyment. And you get to vote which chef did the best job!

The evening kicks off at 6 p.m. Cost is $79 per person and you can order your tickets below. The East Coast food competition goes until 8 p.m. and there will also be a late-night snack.

This event is a fund-raiser for Evergreen Park - a charitable non-profit that, under the umbrella of the Grande Prairie Regional Agricultural & Exhibition Society, has been part of the local area for over 110 years. There will be a 50/50 as part of the evening's activities. You can purchase tickets here.

INDIAN RELAY PART OF INDIGENOUS CELEBRATION AT EVERGREEN JUNE 7-8

 The Evergreen Park races are a qualifier for the world-famous Calgary Stampede in July.

“We are very excited to partner with indigenous communities to showcase the heritage and athleticism of Indian Relay Races,” said Evergreen Park General Manager Kim Randall. “We are committed to growing the sport and are thrilled to announce that our races will be a qualifier for the 2025 Calgary Stampede.

“This adds a new level of excitement for the racers and we anticipate the top teams from Alberta and Saskatchewan will join us for our event in June.”

The 2025 Indigenous Celebration, presented by Ovintiv, goes June 7-8 at J.D.A. Raceway.

Besides the thrilling Indian Relay Racing, the weekend also includes Indigenous drummers, dancers and crafters. (Click here for complete story.)